You can find the entrance to the cross country ski trail on the right side of the Tuscherhof inn. You keep going straight ahead until you come to the connection to the Schmieden/Ferrara circuit. As soon as you have done half of this circular route, the briefly but slighlty rising trail leads you to the Mösslhof inn.
The starting point is the Villabassa railway station (1,154 m) and the underpass at the Agricultural Consortium.
The end point is Ferrara di Braies (1,206 m).
The length is 5.5 km with an altitude difference of 52 m.
Alternatively, it is possible to continue in the direction of Toblach.
This circular trail starts at Fischleintalboden and runs through the scenically impressive Fischleintal valley to the Talschlusshütte hut and back again.
- Trail ticket sales stand at the trail starting point
- Impressive route through the Three Peaks Nature Park along the
Fischleinbach stream
- Return route slightly downhill with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains
In case of lack of snow only skating possible.
This link-trail connects the Hotel Sonne to the Möser, Wolfsbühl and Hartl trails. It ranges very little in elevation and is an easy run which is also suitable for beginners.
This cross-country trail runs in the shade towards Welsberg/Monguelfo.
The starting point is the Niederdorf/Villabassa train station. After 2.8 km, there is a junction towards Prags/Valle di Braies.
The trail ends in Welsberg/Monguelfo after 5.5 km.
From there, it connects to the extensive trail network of the next region – ideal for those who want to extend their tour or plan a connecting stage.
The trail begins in Compatsch and passes the St. Franziskus Church and to the left of the road over vast Alpine meadows and a small wood to the Cross-Country Centre in Ritsch. For beginners, this trail alternates easy sections with stretches that are somewhat more demanding. Skiers with a degree of technical expertise use the trails as a link route to the more difficult trails which begin at the Cross-Country Centre in Ritsch. This trail was designed as a warm-up route.
Also recommended in the opposite direction.
The longest and most challenging cross-country trail of the Seiser Alm leads out from the Cross-Country Centre in Ritsch through vast Alpine meadows in a steep uphill to the mountain station of the Panorama chairlift. Then, in numerous curves, cross the Palude di Ladins/Ladinser Moos and continue on towards Joch and Spitzbühl, past the Laurinhütte hut and back to Ritsch. With the nearby Dolomite peaks of the Langkofel, Plattkofel and the Schlern massif, the views along this trail are breathtaking.
Enjoy the beautiful nature and the breathtaking landscape while cross-country skiing!
Enjoy the breathtaking landscape while you glide along the 2 km trail on your cross-country-ski.
The starting point is the Niederdorf railway station (1,154 m) and the underpass at the regional agricultural cooperative.
The end point is the municipal border of Prags/Braies.
From here, there are connections to the cross-country ski trail network in several directions:
to the Nordic Arena in Toblach/Dobbiaco, into the picturesque Pragser Valley, or further on to Welsberg/Monguelfo – ideal for cross-country skiers who want to extend their route.
The Panorama cross-country trail is classed as one of the most challenging loop-routes on the Seiser Alm and, with the Langkofel, Plattkofel and the Schlern, boasts a landscape which is second to none. The trail starts at the Cross-Country Centre in Ritsch and leads up to the mountain station of the Panorama chairlift with numerous sweeping curves through the Palude di Ladinser Moos. When you get to the Laurinhütte hut, loop round and head back to the start of the trail.
This cross-country trail, with its numerous curves, heads south from Saltria towards the Goldknopf and back again. The lowest-lying trail of the Seiser Alm, it runs in a variety packed series of undulating curves. Short stretches of the trail run through the wood, but for the most part, these tracks lead you through vast and sunny Alpine meadows.
This easy loop trail is directly behind the Cross-Coutry Centre in Ritsch and leads from the Ritsch Hotel and Restaurant to the Große Moos. With outstanding views over the Langkofel and
Plattkofel, this practice piste guarantees an unforgettable experience for young and old alike. Beginners can get a feel for cross-country skiing on the practice trails and hone their double poling, diagonal stride and herringbone techniques. The tracks are also ideal for warming-up before heading out on longer tours.
The Sun Track, section Niederdorf/Villabassa to Toblach/Dobbiaco, starts above the parish church of St. Stephen at an altitude of 1,160 meters.
The end point is the Toblach/Dobbiaco sports zone, with the option to continue to the Schmieder Bridge at 1,240 meters.
The trail is approximately 3 kilometers long, or 4.5 kilometers if you continue to the bridge.
The difference in altitude along the route is about 85 meters.
The trail runs in a sunny location and offers stunning views of the surrounding Dolomites as well as the villages of Niederdorf/Villabassa and Toblach/Dobbiaco — a true highlight for those who want to enjoy nature, exercise, and breathtaking panoramas.
This loop route starts and ends in Ritsch and passes through the Kleine Moos on practically flat terrain, making it perfect for newcomers to cross-country skiing. With exceptional views over the Dolomite peaks of the Langkofel and Plattkofel, the Ritsch Trail is an unforgettable experience. Those who are trying their hand at cross-country for the first time can get a real feel for the sport here before tackling the more challenging trails on the Seiser Alm.
This easy loop-route runs on the flat with practically no ascent. From Ritsch, the tracks lead over the Große Moos heading north and then onwards and slightly downhill in long curves. On the next slope, the Möser tracks bear slightly uphill over rolling Alpine meadows, with breathtaking panoramic views over the Langkofel and Plattkofel accompanying you along the route. The trail then leads over easy, undulating terrain back to the set-off point in Ritsch.
Setting out from Ritsch, this varied loop-route leads north over the Große Moos and through vast Alpine meadows towards the cable car for Ortisei/St. Ulrich, with the nearby Dolomite peaks of the Langkofel and the Plattkofel ever in sight. After a short uphill stretch, we head downwards through a stretch of woodland and over Alpine meadows with traditional Alpine dairy farms. In Hartl, you come to a curve in the trail and ski on, slightly uphill, along the slope through the vast Alpine meadows. There is a steep uphill stretch just before the trail meets the Möser trail, followed by easy, undulating terrain back to the set-off point in Ritsch.
The trail links the Cross-Country Centre in Ritsch with Saltria. The Ritsch-Saltria link trail takes you straight downhill towards Saltria through wide Alpine meadows, and is classed as one of the most challenging cross-country trails on the Seiser Alm. In spring the trail may be partially iced over, so the utmost of caution is recommended.
The Saltria - Monte Pana link trail is reserved exclusively for experienced cross-country skiers.
It begins on a descent through vast Alpine meadows, leading shortly afterwards through the woods and along narrow riverside trail, in a constant slope to Monte Pana. The trail features numerous twists and turns and the utmost of caution is advised on one particularly exposed stretch.
This easy loop-route leads out from the Cross-Country Centre in Ritsch and heads north over the vast Alpine meadows. With the Langkofel and the Plattkofel, this stretch of the trail boasts an incredible panorama. A short but hard ascent takes you to the Wolfbühl, the highest point of the route. Then continue onwards through a stretch of wood and over easy, undulating terrain back to the beginning of the trail.
